LN (ln_bogen)

Race #20

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Official speed 38.58 wpm (101.40 seconds elapsed during race)
Race Start October 20, 2016 8:09:28am UTC
Race Finish October 20, 2016 8:11:09am UTC
Outcome Win (1 of 5)
Opponents 2. alambek (31.52 wpm)
Accuracy 98.0%
Points 0.00
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The basic concept is simple: a satellite in geosynchronous orbit is connected by cable to a stationary or mobile platform somewhere on Earth's equator. An elevator would ride up and down the cable at a fraction of present costs. Many sane and sober people believe that a space elevator will be constructed within this century.